Castleton University
Castleton University is one of the five public 4-year colleges in Vermont. The campus is located in Castleton town.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 2,141 students attend the school. In the 2017 fall enrollment, 376 freshman students enrolled, and approximately 263 students returned for their sophomore year (which makes its freshman retention rate 70%). Every year 54% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Castleton University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $10,872, and fees were $1,098. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $26,424 and $1,098 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleDistant Town |
| Number of Students2,141 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio15:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate70% |
Nursing Programs
The Castleton State College nursing program offers two BSN tracks: a four year baccalaureate degree program and an RN to BSN transition program for Registered Nurses who already have an Associate of Science in Nursing Degree or a Nursing Diploma.
The BSN program is intended to equip students to meet the demands of a career in nursing. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses to be a licensed Registered Nurse.
Admission Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Class standing in the upper quarter
- Official transcripts for high school and college level coursework
- Combined Critical Reading and Math SAT scores
- Evaluation of college level coursework completed in the past
- Interview
Candidates for the RN to BSN transition program are required to have a current and unencumbered Registered Nurse license from the state of Vermont as well as transcripts for all prerequisite courses.
RN to BSN candidates will be evaluated on an individual basis and the time and number of previously completed credits may vary from candidate to candidate. All licensed Registered Nurses accepted into the transition program will be awarded 34 credits towards the completion of the BSN degree.
Castleton State College Associate's Degree program is approved by the Vermont State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The School Currently Offers Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Associate in Science in Nursing.
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is a Dual Degree Nursing Program. Fourth-year students graduate at the end of year three with an associate degree; sit for the NLEX-RN licensing exam, and continue to complete the baccalaureate degree as registered nurses.
Admission Requirements
- Combined Critical Reading and Math SAT scores of 1000 or above.
- Graduation from high school in the upper quarter of class.
- Evaluation of prior post-secondary course work.
- Interview with a faculty member from the nursing department
The Associate in Science in Nursing is a 2 year program and approved by e Vermont State Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). And the Admission requirements are the same for this program.
Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing (NCLEX-RN). Each student should refer to the state in which she/he plans to take the NCLEX-RN examination upon graduation for specific requirements. State Boards of Nursing have the sole authority to grant graduates the opportunity to take the NCLEX-RN examination
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 0 | 27 |
Compare Schools
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Vermont Technical College - Bennington Campus
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58 miles away |
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University of Vermont
60 miles away |
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61 miles away |
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Keene State College
65 miles away |
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Plymouth State University
75 miles away |
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SUNY College at Plattsburgh
76 miles away |
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Granite State College
88 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education 07/01/1960 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 01/01/1977 - Current |
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 04/22/2014 - Current |
Admission
82%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 920 to 1130 |
| ACT | 17 to 23 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Recommended |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Required |
| Recommendations Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Application fee
| Undergrads | $40 |
| Graduates | $40 |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $453/credit | |
| In State Students | $453/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,101/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $800/credit | |
| In State Students | $800/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $800/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $20,385 | $20,385 | $49,545 |
| ADN | 70 | $31,710 | $31,710 | $77,070 |
| BSN | 125 | $56,625 | $56,625 | $137,625 |
| FNP | 50 | $40,000 | $40,000 | $40,000 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 92% of Castleton University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 35% | $4,129 |
| Other Federal Grant | 28% | $925 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 40% | $1,645 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 72% | $4,670 |
| Federal Student Loans | 78% | $5,341 |
| Private Loans | 25% | $12,622 |
$16,467
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$12,167 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$14,166 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$16,974 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$19,441 |
| Over $110,000$21,131 |
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Student Population
1,855
Undergrads
286
Graduates
1,188
Women
953
Men
76%
Full-time
24%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
83% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
6% |
|
Non-resident alien |
3% |
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Hispanic |
3% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
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Black/African American |
2% |
|
Asian |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Vermont state board of nursing.
